Texas Community Development Grants

The Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program (THCPP) offers Planning Grants to counties for producing 95% complete construction plans and specifications for full courthouse restoration projects. The grant aims to restore courthouses to their historic period while also meeting current standards for safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency. Eligible counties can use these documents to apply for future restoration funding, gaining up to 10 additional points for being "shovel ready."Counties with approved plans are encouraged to apply for restoration funding in subsequent cycles, maximizing preservation efforts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to recognized neighborhood councils in Houston for community beautification and improvement projects that enhance public spaces and foster community engagement.

Matching Grants are designed to leverage funding by matching other grants or funding already secured by organizations. These are part of the Legacy Foundation's efforts to maximize impact on health improvements in the lower Rio Grande area. Interested organizations must contact the Foundation for specific application instructions. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Spring opening/closing deadlines: February 15th to May 1st. LOI: March 20th

This initiative provides funding and support to nonprofit organizations, local governments, and Tribal governments in coal-impacted communities to develop and scale innovative economic projects that create job opportunities and foster local economic transformation.

Collaborative Grants from the Legacy Foundation encourage partnerships among organizations or support larger individual projects within the lower Rio Grande area to improve health. Grants range from $50,000 to $500,000. These are meant to encourage collaboration among organizations working on larger projects, but a single organization's larger project could qualify as well. Collaborative Grants involving various partners can be strengthened by providing Letters of Support within the application which fully describe the nature of the project and collaboration. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent and possibly undergo a site visit during the review process. Grant renewed every year. Grant Annual Spring opening/closing deadlines: February 15th to May 1st. LOI: March 20th

The National Academy of Sciences Gulf Research Program is investing $50 million in the Gulf Futures Challenge to fund projects addressing critical challenges in the Gulf region. The Challenge aims to discover and promote innovative and transformative solutions by leveraging the talent and knowledge of the Gulf's people. The competition focuses on three main areas: energy transition, environmental change along the coast, and healthy and resilient communities. Up to ten finalists will receive up to $1 million in project development support, with two finalists awarded $20 million each to implement their solutions. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, state, local, and tribal governments, and academic institutions from Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Texas, with projects located within 100 miles of the Gulf coastline. The registration deadline is August 20, 2024, and the application deadline is September 20, 2024.

This funding opportunity supports educational projects that enhance community resilience and environmental literacy in the Gulf States by engaging learners of all ages in addressing local environmental challenges.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in Galveston that are focused on promoting tourism and preserving the city’s historical and cultural heritage through arts and special events.

This funding program provides financial support for innovative arts and cultural projects that engage the Houston community and take place within the city limits.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Arkansas, North Texas, and West Texas to support initiatives that assist vulnerable or underserved populations in areas such as education, arts, and community development.

This grant provides financial assistance to event organizers in Fredericksburg for marketing and promotional activities that boost tourism and encourage overnight stays in local accommodations.

This program provides financial assistance to Texas cities, counties, and water districts for water and wastewater projects in economically distressed residential areas lacking adequate services.

This grant provides financial support to independently owned legacy businesses along the historic Route 66 corridor, focusing on preservation projects that enhance visibility and sustainability, particularly for underrepresented communities.

This funding program supports artists and nonprofit organizations in San Antonio by providing financial assistance for operations, events, and projects that promote diverse cultural expressions and enhance community access to the arts.

This program provides trees to nonprofit organizations and government agencies in the U.S. to support large-scale environmental conservation and restoration projects.

This grant provides financial support to individual Texas-based artists and craftspeople who create innovative, handcrafted pieces that honor and reimagine cultural heritage traditions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible nonprofit organizations in Texas for projects that preserve and promote the state's rich history and cultural heritage.

This program provides funding to public and non-profit organizations in Texas to support sustainable community forestry initiatives that promote healthy urban and community forests.

This grant provides funding for community projects in Texas that promote bird conservation and habitat protection through educational initiatives and hands-on activities.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to local governments, state agencies, and eligible nonprofits in areas affected by wildfires to implement measures that reduce future wildfire risks and enhance community resilience.